Teaching the Logistic Growth Difference Equation Using Spreadsheets
The logistic growth difference equation is often used in biology to model population growth. The terms that satisfy the difference equation have many remarkable mathematical properties such as exhibiting chaotic behavior. Using spreadsheet modeling tools, the properties of logistic growth can be inv...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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McMaster University
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Series: | Spreadsheets in Education |
Online Access: | http://sie.scholasticahq.com/article/4558-teaching-the-logistic-growth-difference-equation-using-spreadsheets.pdf |